North Austin Civic Association · Licensed family home
Margaret Saldana
At a glance
- Full-size family home, licensed for up to 12 children.
What the state has found
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Licensing inspections
Oct 20, 20261 citation
745.8641 - Requirements during probationHigh
“The provider was not following the conditions of her probation by not completing form 7270 for an enrolled child. This was corrected during the inspection when the provider completed the form.”
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
Feb 13, 20261 citation
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeHigh
“Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.”
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Jan 29, 20261 citation
745.8641 - Requirements during probationHigh
“The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.”
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
Oct 29, 202512 citations
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeHigh
“A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.”
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327High
“A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.”
747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceHigh
“A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.”
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy timeHigh
“A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.”
747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesMedium High
“There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.”
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyMedium High
“The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.”
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before EatingMedium High
“Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.”
747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and InaccessibleMedium High
“The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.”
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walkingMedium High
“A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.”
747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoMedium
“Children under two years old were observed having screen time.”
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysMedium
“The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.”
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest TimesMedium
“Children were observed watching screens during meal time.”
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Sep 5, 20251 citation
747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of AgeMedium
“Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.”
747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Aug 21, 20252 citations
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeHigh
“Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.”
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsMedium High
“A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.”
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Apr 15, 20251 citation
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlHigh
“Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.”
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Apr 3, 202525 citations
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationHigh
“One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.”
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
747.1503(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityHigh
“Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.”
747.1503(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors TestingHigh
“The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.”
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlHigh
“The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.”
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
747.613(a) - Required ImmunizationsHigh
“Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.”
747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or matHigh
“An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.”
747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat
747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy PlanMedium High
“One child with a diagnosed allergy did not have a a completed food allergy emergency plan for the child.”
747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesMedium High
“Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.”
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar yearMedium High
“The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.”
747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyMedium High
“The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.”
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to NeedsMedium High
“One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.”
747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar yearMedium High
“The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.”
747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for InfantsMedium High
“The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.”
747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs MaintainedMedium High
“The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.”
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of VaccinationsMedium High
“The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.”
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementMedium
“Two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection did not have a statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.”
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationMedium
“The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.”
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of OperationMedium
“The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.”
747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation
747.3113(4) - Menus Available to LicensingMedium
“The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.”
747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationMedium
“The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.”
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent RightsMedium
“The operational policies did not include parent's rights.”
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityMedium
“The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.”
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacyMedium
“Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.”
747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy
747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not ExpiredMedium
“Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.”
747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from VeterinarianMedium
“The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.”
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
Aug 13, 20248 citations
745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operationHigh
“An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.”
745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual TrainingMedium High
“The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.”
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalMedium
“An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.”
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoMedium
“Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.”
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationMedium
“A current product certification form was not available for review.”
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills DocumentationMedium
“There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.”
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsMedium
“Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.”
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission InformationMedium
“Two children do not have admission information available for review.”
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
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State record — Texas HHSC
- Last visit
- October 20, 2026
- On file
- 9 visits since August 2024 — all of them cited findings
- Most serious
- High —
The provider was not following the conditions of her probation by not completing form 7270 for an enrolled child. This was corrected during the inspection when the provider completed the form.
· October 20, 2026
Texas HHSC describes each deficiency in writing and weights the standard behind it from high to low by the risk a violation presents to children. It publishes no inspection document.
Oct 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · October 20, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation · High
The provider was not following the conditions of her probation by not completing form 7270 for an enrolled child. This was corrected during the inspection when the provider completed the form.
Feb 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · February 13, 2026
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age · High
Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.
Jan 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · January 29, 2026
745.8641 - Requirements during probation · High
The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.
Oct 2025 Licensing visit 12 findings
Licensing visit · October 29, 2025
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes · Medium High
There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age · High
A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly · Medium High
The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two · Medium
Children under two years old were observed having screen time.
747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327 · High
A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device · High
A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.
747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating · Medium High
Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.
747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time · High
A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days · Medium
The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible · Medium High
The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.
747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking · Medium High
A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times · Medium
Children were observed watching screens during meal time.
Sep 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · September 5, 2025
747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age · Medium
Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.
Aug 2025 Licensing visit 2 findings
Licensing visit · August 21, 2025
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards · Medium High
A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age · High
Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.
Apr 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · April 15, 2025
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control · High
Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.
Apr 2025 Licensing visit 25 findings
Licensing visit · April 3, 2025
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement · Medium
Two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection did not have a statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.
747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan · Medium High
One child with a diagnosed allergy did not have a a completed food allergy emergency plan for the child.
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation · High
One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information · Medium
The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.
747.1503(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity · High
Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.
747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation · Medium
The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes · Medium High
Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.
747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing · Medium
The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.
747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year · Medium High
The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification · Medium
The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights · Medium
The operational policies did not include parent's rights.
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly · Medium High
The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing · High
The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity · Medium
The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control · High
The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.
747.613(a) - Required Immunizations · High
Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.
747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs · Medium High
One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.
747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy · Medium
Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.
747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year · Medium High
The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.
747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants · Medium High
The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained · Medium High
The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.
747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat · High
An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations · Medium High
The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.
747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired · Medium
Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian · Medium
The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.
Aug 2024 Licensing visit 8 findings
Licensing visit · August 13, 2024
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional · Medium
An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training · Medium High
The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two · Medium
Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification · Medium
A current product certification form was not available for review.
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation · Medium
There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations · Medium
Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information · Medium
Two children do not have admission information available for review.
745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation · High
An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.
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Details
- Phone
- (512) 825-0485
- Address
- 8417 Jamestown Dr, Austin, 78758
- License
- 237673
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All checked July 2026.
State record
From Texas HHSC’s published reports, last checked November 8, 2026.
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Full-size means licensed for 12 children, the most any Austin-area family home holds; 258 of Austin-area’s 291 licensed family homes are. Small is 5 to 11.